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  • Page 2 This user manual has been designed to allow you to use the Spiral tilt in space wheelchair, a Physipro Inc. product, safely and optimally. For all necessary adjustments, Physipro Inc. always asks you to contact your distributor.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Owners manual ENGLISH Table of contents Components : .......................... 5 Component standards ..................... 5 Main optional components ..................... 6 Specifications : ......................... 7 Use : ............................8 Usage checks : ......................... 8 Security rules : ......................... 9 Cleaning, recommendations and storage of the wheelchair: ........12 Tilt : ..........................
  • Page 4 Spiral ENGLISH 4.12 Dynamic cane mechanism: .................... 37 4.13 Angle adjustable push handle : ..................38 4.14 Tension bar : ........................39 4.15 « T » armrest :........................ 40 4.16 Removable footrest : ..................... 41 4.17 Folding angle and depth adjustable footplates: ..............42 4.18 One-piece footplate : ......................

  • Page 5: Components

    Owners manual ENGLISH 1 Components : 1.1 Component standards The components shown in Figure 1, are provided on the standard model of the Spiral pediatric tilt in space wheelchair. Figure 1: Standard components of the Spiral Components Components TENSION BAR...

  • Page 6: Main Optional Components

    Les Équipements Adaptés Physipro Inc. offers a variety of accessories and options to customize each positioning base to meet the specific needs of the user. Figure 2 shows some optional components available for the Spiral tilt in space wheelchair. For further details, please contact Physipro or consult the order form.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Owners manual ENGLISH 2 Specifications : Figure 3 : Reference specifications of the Spiral Table 1 : Spiral specifications Back height : 14" to 23" (35,6 à 58,4 cm) Seat depth : 10" to 16" (25,4 à 40,6 cm) * Seat width : 10"...

  • Page 8: Use

    Spiral ENGLISH 3 Use : Do not operate this equipment without reading and understanding this instruction manual in it’s entirety. It contains essential information that helps 3.1 Usage checks : ensure the safety of the user and the individuals in contact with the base.

  • Page 9: Security Rules

    Owners manual ENGLISH 3.2 Security rules : There are many rules that must be followed to ensure the safety of the user and the individuals in contact with the wheelchair. Note that the following list is not exhaustive. It’s the responsibility of the person in contact with the wheelchair to remain cautious in the actions undertaken: Never drive without adequate tire pressure (in the case pneumatic tires);...
  • Page 10 Spiral ENGLISH Going up and down stairs: The assistance of two companions is required to go up stairs. To do this, one must position themselves behind the wheelchair and hold it by the handles. The second companion must maintain a fixed part of the frame at the front of the chair which prevents the chair to roll forwards.
  • Page 11 Positioning belt: It’s important to always wear your positioning belt. Although the positioning belt is an option on the chair, Physipro strongly recommends ordering one. The primary function of the positioning belt is to maintain good posture. Improper use can result in serious injury.

  • Page 12: Cleaning, Recommendations And Storage Of The Wheelchair

    Spiral ENGLISH Outdoors environment : Never use the chair on a slippery surface such as snow or ice. Be extremely careful when moving on a wet or slippery surface. If in douby, don’t hesitate to ask for help. Never use the chair in a pool, shower or any other site of water. Wheelchair ...

  • Page 13: Tilt

    3. Toggle and release the handles to the desired angle; * The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair will tend to move, when the brakes are actioned, in the direction of tilting. This occurs because of the tilting concept as it shares the same axis as the propulsion wheel.

  • Page 14: Brake

    Spiral ENGLISH 3.5 Brake : Don’t stop a wheelchair in movement by activating the brakes. The brakes are used to lock the wheel but must never be used to immobilize the wheelchair when it rolls. For every modification to the propulsion wheels or tire wear, it’s important to adjust the braking force.

  • Page 15: T " Armrest

    Owners manual ENGLISH « T » Armrest : Make sure the armrest is locked and the trigger mechanisms are engaged. Improper use can result in serious injury to the user or damage to the chair. Never lift the wheelchair by the armrest. Breakage or injury may occur. Use the rigid elements of the frame instead.

  • Page 16: Folding Footplates

    Spiral ENGLISH Adjusting the height of the armrest: The « T » armrest is adjustable in height in increments of ½ " (1,3 cm) 1. Release, if necessary, the set screw (F); 2. Press and hold the upper trigger (D);...

  • Page 17: Removable Footrests

    Never lift the wheelchair by the footrest. Breakage or injury may occur. Use the rigid elements of the frame instead. The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with a removable footrest of 60°, 70° and 90° Installing the footrest :...

  • Page 18: Propulsion Wheels

    Spiral ENGLISH 3.9 Propulsion wheels : The Spiral propulsion wheels can be removed to reduce wheelchair volume during transport. Installing and uninstalling the propulsion wheels: Release the parking brake (See section: 3.5); 2. Press on the (A) button of the quick-release axle without releasing it;...

  • Page 19: Retractable Fork Mechanism

    ENGLISH 3.10 Retractable fork mechanism : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be optionally equipped with tilting rear caster. This mechanism makes it possible to overcome obstacles of a maximum height of 5" (12,7 cm). Improper use of the tilting rear caster mechanism may make the Spiral positioning base unstable.

  • Page 20: Folding Canes Mechanism

    Spiral ENGLISH 3.11 Folding canes mechanism : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with a mechanism to fold the canes to reduce the transport volume. Folding the canes : 1. Remove backrest, seat cushion, headrest and armrests as needed;...

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Push Handle

    Owners manual ENGLISH 3.12 Adjusting the push handle : The position of the push handle can be adjusted at an angle by using a push-button ball joint. This mechanism allows adjustment in increments of 15°. Adjusting the angle of the push handle: 1.

  • Page 22: Transport

    Spiral ENGLISH 3.13 Transport : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair is equipped with anchoring points integrated into the frame used to hold the base during transport. Figure : Illustration of the transport anchors During transport, only use the anchors provided for this purpose. The anchor cables should never be installed on other parts of the base.

  • Page 23: Configuration

    4.1 Necessary tools : discharge Physipro of all responsabilities. In order to configure the Spiral tilt in space wheelchair, metric tooling is required with the exception of contraindication listed in the documentation. These metric tools include the following items: Hex key 3, 4, 5 et 6 mm ...
  • Page 24 Spiral ENGLISH Adjusting the position of the backrest: Unscrew the bolts (D); b. Remove the sleeves (E) using a flat punch; Move the canes forwards or backwards to obtain the desired depth, (See:Annex A ); d. Replace the sleeves (E);...

  • Page 25: Seat Width

    There are two possible configurations, the standard frame: 10" to 13" (25.4 to 33 cm) and the wide frame: 13" to 16" (33 to 40,6 cm). The width adjustment of the Spiral is done in increments of 1" (2,5 cm) Modifing the seat width : 1.

  • Page 26: Seat / Floor Height

    4.4 Seat / floor height : The height between the seat and the floor of the Spiral tilt in space is adjustable from 14" à 19". Before adjusting the seat to floor height please refer to the description of limitations.

  • Page 27: Tilt

    Limiting the tilt: The tilt of the Spiral can be limited by the means of a collar (A) installed on the cylinder rod (B). Here’s the procedure to limit the tilt : 1.

  • Page 28: Propulsion Wheels

    ENGLISH 4.6 Propulsion wheels : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with 20" (50,8 cm) and 22" (55,9 cm) wheels with a quick-release axle. This axle promotes the installation and removal of the wheel easily. Adjusting the quick-release axle: 1.
  • Page 29 ENGLISH Installing the standard fork : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair is equipped with standard fork series at the front and rear. 1. Insert the ball bearings (C) and bearing spacer (D) into the frame housing (E) as needed;...
  • Page 30 ENGLISH Installing the dynamic fork : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be optionally equipped with a dynamic fork in the front. 1. Insert the ball bearings (C) and bearing spacer (D) into the frame housing (E) as needed;...

  • Page 31: Retractable Forks

    Owners manual ENGLISH 4.8 Retractable forks : Assembling the mechanism of retractable forks: 1. Insert the ball bearings (B) and bearing cap (C) into the frame housing (D) as needed; 2. Press shoulder rings (J) into parts (D), (F) and (I); 3.
  • Page 32 Spiral ENGLISH Installing the retractable forks mechanism: 1. Insert the retractable fork mechanism assembly (A) onto the frame (B); 2. Secure the assembly with the screw (C) and the rear crossbar screw (D) and a nut (E); 3. Perform the same procedure for the right side of the chair;...
  • Page 33 Owners manual ENGLISH Installing the belt of the tilting rear caster mechanism: 1. Insert the belt (A) into the clamping block (B); 2. Put the belt into the part (C); 3. Put the belt back into the clamping block (B); 4.

  • Page 34: Fixed Back Canes

    4.9 Fixed back canes : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair is equipped with 20" (50,8 cm), or 22" (55,9 cm) or 24" (60,9 cm) standard fixed back canes. These back canes are adjustable in angle from 85° to 120°. It should be noted that the mechanism of folding canes and adjustable angle push handles aren’t...

  • Page 35: Height-Adjustable Back Canes

    4.10 Height-adjustable back canes : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with a 16" to 20" (40,6 to 50,8 cm) height adjustable back cane and 21" to 25" (53.3 to 63.5 cm). This cane is composed mainly of a cane bottom (B), adjustable at an angle of 85°...

  • Page 36: Folding Cane Mechanism

    ENGLISH 4.11 Folding cane mechanism : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with a mechanism to fold the canes to reduce transport volume. The opening angle of the backrest is adjustable with this mechanism from 85° to 120°. However, it installs only on adjustable backrest canes by replacing the bottom of the cane.

  • Page 37: Juillet 18

    ENGLISH 4.12 Dynamic cane mechanism: The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with a dynamic cane mechanism. This type of backrest allows a backward movement to increase the comfort of spastic people. The back angle is adjustable with this mechanism from 85° to 110°. However, it installs only on adjustable backrest canes by replacing the bottom of the canes.

  • Page 38: Angle Adjustable Push Handle

    ENGLISH 4.13 Angle adjustable push handle : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with an adjustable angle push handle. It can be installed only on the height-adjustable backrest canes by replacing the cane top. With this handle the back angle remains adjustable from 85° to 120°.

  • Page 39: Tension Bar

    ENGLISH 4.14 Tension bar : The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair is equipped with a standard tension bar that connects the backrest canes. The tension bar is available in two different sizes depending on the seat width. Either for the standard frame: 10" to 13" (25.4 to 33 cm) and the other for the wide frame: 13"...

  • Page 40: T " Armrest

    Never lift the wheelchair by the armrest. Breakage or injury may occur. Use the rigid elements of the frame instead. The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair offers 3 height adjustment ranges for the « T » armrest Such as : Lowered 6 ½’’...

  • Page 41: Removable Footrest

    Never lift the wheelchair by the footrest. Breakage or injury may occur. Use the rigid elements of the frame instead. The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with a removable footrest of 60°, 70° and 90° In order to install the footrests, please refer to section: 3.8 and 4.2 Adjusting the height of the footrest: The height of the footrest is adjustable from 6"...

  • Page 42: Folding Angle And Depth Adjustable Footplates

    Spiral ENGLISH 4.17 Folding angle and depth adjustable footplates: Adjusting the vertical angle of the footplates: The folding footplates are vertically adjustable in angle and depth ß. Turn the screw (B) located in the axis of the footrest; a. The screwing action makes it possible to increase the angle ß;...
  • Page 43 Owners manual ENGLISH Adjusting the horizontal angle of the footplates: The folding footrest footplates are horizontally adjustable according to the angle . Release the screws (C) on the top of the footplate (A) of the footrest; Turn the footplate to the desired position; Tighten the screws (C);...

  • Page 44: One-Piece Footplate

    Spiral ENGLISH 4.18 One-piece footplate : Installing the one-piece footplate: 1. Adjusting the width of the footplate; a. Unscrew the bolts (A); b. Move the lower tubes (B) according to the width of the seat; c. Screw in the bolts (A);...

  • Page 45: Oversized Angle And Depth Adjustable Footplate

    Owners manual ENGLISH 4.19 Oversized angle and depth adjustable footplate: Installing the oversized footplate : 1. Attach the oversized footplate (A) to the lower tube of the footrest (B); 2. Insert the collars (C); 3. Screw in the bolts (D); Adjust the horizontal angle of the oversized footplate: The one-piece footplate is adjustable horizontally according to the angle .

  • Page 46: Elevating Legrest With Length Compensation

    ENGLISH 4.20 Elevating legrest with length compensation The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair can be equipped with 14" to 19" (35,6 to 48,3 cm) Adjusting the height of the legrest : 1. Install the legrest in the receiver on the chair (See section: 3.8);...

  • Page 47: Brakes

    Verify the air pressure of the pneumatic wheels before adjusting the braking system. Installing the braking system : Attach the brake anchor (A) to the Spiral frame (B) using the bolts (C); 2. Attach the brake system (D) to the brake anchor (A) with the bolt (E); Figure : Installing the braking system Révision 0...
  • Page 48 Spiral ENGLISH Adjusting the braking force : 1. Check the air pressure in the pneumatic propulsion wheels as needed; 2. Loosen the bolt (E) to release the brake system (D); 3. Move the brake system (D) to the desired position;...

  • Page 49: Brake Handle Extensions

    Owners manual ENGLISH 4.22 Brake handle extensions : Extensions of telescopic and fixed brake handles can be installed on the Spiral tilt in space wheelchair to facilitate the use of the brakes. Installing the brake handle extension: Remove, if necessary, the trim (H) installed on the brake lever (A);...

  • Page 50: Service Guide

    Spiral ENGLISH 5 Service guide : To function effectively, your wheelchair needs maintenance. Performing regular maintenance on your chair will maximize its life and ensure your safety during use. When you receive your chair, check all items in the service guide. In addition, don’t forget to have your chair inspected by a qualified professional every 6 months.
  • Page 51 Owners manual ENGLISH Check-list Footrests The strength and effectiveness of the footrests; The smooth operation of the removable footrest mechanism; Wear of the footplates; Seat and back The strength of the seat, the backrest, the tension bar; The smooth functioning of the folding canes mechanism (If applicable);...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    A person may travel in a suitable vehicle for the transportation of people with disabilities while remaining seated in his Spiral positioning base, subject to the use of wheelchair and occupant restraints, in accordance with standards and procedures applicable regulations. Physipro Inc. can not be held responsible for improper use of non-compliant immobilizers or immobilizers.

  • Page 53: Annex A

    Owners manual ENGLISH Annex A Adjusting the center mass and the seat depth: Center mass adjustment is very important. It will affect the stability of the chair just like the force required to tilt the patient. Table 3 is for reference purposes only. It was established according to the mass distribution of a defined manikin according to the (ISO 7176 –...

  • Page 54: Annex B

    Adjusting and restriction of seat/ floor height: The height between the seat and the floor of the Spiral is adjustable from 14" to 19" (35,6 to 48,3 cm). It’s important to note that the adjustment range varies depending on the diameter of the propulsion wheel.

  • Page 55: Annex C

    Annex C Limitation of the tilt and/or tilting of the backrest The Spiral tilt in space wheelchair respects at all times with a 150 lb (68 kg) occupant, the static stability (ISO 7176-1) and the 10-degree (ISO 7176-3) braking performance.
  • Page 56 Spiral ENGLISH Notes : Révision 0 juillet 18...
  • Page 57 Owners manual ENGLISH Notes : Révision 0 juillet 18 Revision 1 July 2018...
  • Page 58 Spiral ENGLISH Notes : Révision 0 juillet 18...
  • Page 59 Owners manual ENGLISH Notes : Révision 0 juillet 18 Revision 1 July 2018...
  • Page 60 Seating and Mobility Solutions Canada Europe Importateur : LES ÉQUIPEMENTS SASU PHYSIPRO IMPORT ADAPTÉS PHYSIPRO INC. 370, 10e Avenue Sud Village des entrepreneurs Sherbrooke (Québec) 461, rue Saint-Léonard J1G 2R7 Canada 49000 Angers - France T. 1 800 668-2252 T.

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